Podcasting Morning Show | Podcast Growth, Launch and Strategy for Indie Podcasters

Have you ever taken a break from podcasting or social media? Today, co-host Nick Nalbach shares his experience restarting his online presence and why helping people find real-life uses for AI is a big part of his approach. In the second half of our conversation, we break down podcast guest one-sheets. Are they useful or just wasted energy? Some podcasters swear by them, while others use different presentation strategies. We also discuss guest booking agencies and whether a podcast guest certification is worth it.

Episode Highlights: 

[7:33]   AI Usage and Feedback

[14:26] Discussion on AI's Practical Applications

[26:26] Introduction to Guest One Sheets

[38:27] Debate on the Value of Guest One Sheets

[55:50] Guest Strategies and Tomorrow's Topic

Links & Resources: 

The Podcasting Morning Chat: 

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www.facebook.com/groups/empoweredpodcasting⁠

PodMatch:

https://podmatch.com/?ref=1646144442692x331135044042346200

Nick’s thoughts on how AI can help beyond content creation: 

www.instagram.com/reel/DF6B11-J6VH/?igsh=YTZncmRvemhhbXJ0

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Have you been procrastinating on tasks related to your podcast? You’ve got the concept planned out, purchased the equipment, and even planned some episodes, but you’re stuck and can’t seem to get started or continue with the work needed to maintain your existing podcast. If this is you, listen closely because today we have a special guest neuroscientist, Dr. Rowshanak Hashemiyoon, to share the science behind different types of procrastination and why content creators often delay the work required to keep their podcasts moving forward. We also explore the role of fear in creativity, discuss coping mechanisms, and emphasize the importance of emotional intelligence. This conversation will provide strategies to help you consistently create and thrive as a focused content creator.

Episode Highlights: 

[5:35] Icebreaker Question: If procrastination were an Olympic sport, what event would you win the gold in?

[15:24] Types of Procrastination

[22:37] Understanding Emotional Hijacks & Fear-Based Procrastination

[42:47] Strategies to Overcome Procrastination

[45:59] Challenges for Content Creators

[52:59] Coping with Fear and Anxiety

[54:28] Balancing Personal and Professional Podcasting

Links & Resources: 

Connect With Dr. Rowshanak Hashemiyoon:

⁠https://sociatap.com/accesstothepath/

Black is America / Dominic Lawson

www.blackisamericapodcast.com

The Podcasting Morning Chat: 

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We’re starting the weekend with an engaging game of ‘What Would You Do?’ and explore thought-provoking scenarios related to guests, sponsorships, and content choices. We discuss the ethical implications of sensationalizing content while maintaining authenticity and examine the appropriateness of promoting a product without personal experience. To wrap up the week, we celebrate our community wins, including powerful Black history moments, podcast launches, and inspiring community and personal growth stories.

Episode Highlights: 

[3:42] What Would You Do Game 

[8:29] Debate on Sensationalized Content

[20:37] Promoting Unread or Unused Products

[30:15] Personal Wins and Achievements

[58:17] My Master Mind Discovery Calls

Links & Resources: 

The Podcasting Morning Chat: 

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Join The Empowered Podcasting Facebook Group:

www.facebook.com/groups/empoweredpodcasting⁠

My Podcasting Pro Mastermind:

https://bit.ly/podpromm

Black is America (Dominic's podcast): 

www.blackisamericapodcast.com

Late Bloomer Living (Yvonne's podcast):

https://www.latebloomerliving.com/blog/episode-218-the-power-of-becoming-who-you-ve-always-been-with-wendy-cole

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Do you believe charging guests to appear on your podcast is ethical? Today, we’re revisiting the controversial pay-to-play podcast model and the larger conversation around setting fair prices for services. We also share a clarification from a podcast news story we covered in episode #236. Go check that out for more context. Beyond that, this conversation turns into a bigger discussion on pricing, value, and how service-based business owners determine what to charge. If you’ve ever struggled with setting your rates or understanding your worth, our community offers insights that may shift your perspective.

Episode Highlights:

[5:52] Icebreaker Question: Would you rather be a guest on your favorite podcast or have your dream guest on your own show?

[14:41] Continued Discussion on the Chris Voss Story

[24:49] Pricing Strategies for Podcast Guests

[37:10] Personal Experiences and Valuing One's Work

[45:09] Knowing Your Worth

[56:32] The Importance of Understanding Your Market

Links & Resources: 

The Podcasting Morning Chat: 

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www.facebook.com/groups/empoweredpodcasting⁠

My Podcasting Pro Mastermind:

https://bit.ly/podpromm

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It’s news day, and we’re bringing you the latest Podcast industry headlines. Today we lightly debate how Chris Voss’s pay-to-play model has ruffled some feathers as to whether guests should pay for a spot on his show and if this is an ethical model for podcasters to implement. We also take a look at how AI is shaping live audio with Elgato’s Wavelink 2.0, why music publishers are pressuring Spotify to remove podcasts with unlicensed music, and what these changes mean for creators. We also share details on upcoming podcasting events like Crea8tive Con and Podcast Movement Evolutions and celebrate awards that recognize women in podcasting and creators over 50

Episode Highlights: 

[4:48] Podcasting Pro Mastermind Group

[10:00] Tourbox Tech Controller 

[15:20] TikTok Journey and Bread Making

[21:39] Podcast Data and Spotify Top Charts

[27:58] Upcoming Events and Awards

[34:11] Music Publishers and Spotify's Response

[36:20] Elgato Wave Link 2.0 and AI-Powered Features

[45:48] Pay-to-Play Podcasting 

[50:28] Ethical Considerations and Industry Evolution

Links & Resources: 

The Podcasting Morning Chat: 

www.podpage.com/pmc

Join The Empowered Podcasting Facebook Group:

www.facebook.com/groups/empoweredpodcasting

⁠My Podcasting Pro Mastermind:

https://bit.ly/podpromm

Podnews.net

www.Podnews.net

Tourbox Tech: 

https://bit.ly/3QqBdoF

Pay To Play in Podcast Guesting:

https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7291871413764829185/

Riverside Live Demo:

https://podnews.net/event/riverside-live-demo-get-a-tour-of-the-studio

Podcast Evolutions: 

https://podnews.net/event/evolutions-2025

How To Make The Best Interview Ever: 

https://radiobootcamp.org/classes/how-to-make-the-best-interview-show-ever-4/

Women’s Podcaster Awards: 

https://bit.ly/4jH7HYV

50 Over 50 Awards: 

https://bit.ly/3WP2DYC

Spotify Asked By Publishers to Remove Podcasts with Unlicensed

Songs: 

https://bit.ly/40Z7g50

How to Use Commercial Music on Your Show:

https://bit.ly/3Q7eduy

Elgato’s Wave Link:

https://bit.ly/3Q7eduy

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Have you always wanted to feel a deeper connection with your audience? Do you feel like they engage with your content but do not fully know your story? Do you ever wonder if your audience truly understands you and your values? This topic was inspired recently by a question from the community about what happens when the tables turn and you become the guest on your own podcast and we discuss how to prepare for the hot seat and share best practices for choosing the right interviewer, preparing them for the conversation, keeping your listeners engaged, and ensuring a natural and compelling flow.

Episode Highlights: 

[6:14] Shoutout to Dominic Lawson's New Season

[8:51] Spotify Analytics Question from Sid Meadows

[12:58] Discussion on Interviewing Oneself for a Podcast

[16:30] Advice on Interviewing Oneself

[26:01] Choosing the Right Interviewer

[33:42] Ensuring a Smooth Interview

Links & Resources: 

The Podcasting Morning Chat: 

www.podpage.com/pmc

Join The Empowered Podcasting Facebook Group:

www.facebook.com/groups/empoweredpodcasting⁠

Black Is America: 

www.blackisamericapodcast.com

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Have you ever been excited for an interview, only to feel the energy drop the moment you hit record? You’re not alone. We have all been there and today we’re sharing our cringe-worthy moments when interviews didn’t go as planned—and how we turned them around. Today we’re talking about improving your interview skills by setting your guest up for success by crafting better questions, keeping the conversation flowing, and how to use editing to preserve your guest’s message while creating a seamless listening experience.

Episode Highlights: 
[05:30] Morning routines & "The 5AM Club" by Robin Sharma
[08:42] Clip from Jay Shetty’s interview on habit formation
[12:05] How a morning routine contributed to business success
[19:05] Finding the right personal development routine
[23:54] Podcast interviews that inspire action
[28:19] Handling overly talkative or nervous guests
[34:20] The benefits of in-person vs. remote interviews
[40:20] Over-rehearsed guests & cultural differences in interviews
[47:46] Follow-up questions & improving interview flow
[51:00] "Turning the tables"—having someone interview you on your own show

Links & Resources: 

The Podcasting Morning Chat: 

www.podpage.com/pmc

Join The Empowered Podcasting Facebook Group:

www.facebook.com/groups/empoweredpodcasting⁠

5AM Club, Robin Sharma & Jay Shetty: How To Release Your Toxic Beliefs:

https://bit.ly/40G94i2

Be My Neighbor Podcast (Marc's interview about his morning routine): 

https://bit.ly/3Q1pRXP

Order your Girlscout Cookies and support a young podcaster: 

https://digitalcookie.girlscouts.org/scout/lucille828002

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While our fearless leader, Marc, is away, the co-hosts are taking the helm, and we have a question for you! What tools power your podcast workflow? With so many options out there, it’s easy to get lost in the sea of digital and physical gear. Today, we’re comparing the tools we use, sharing setup tweaks, and helping each other find the best solutions. We celebrate wins and declare challenges as we wrap up the week. Listen all the way to the end for a powerful mindset shift to help podcasters push past mental roadblocks.

Episode Highlights:

[2:08] Icebreaker Question: What tools do you use in your podcast workflow?

[3:30] Equipment and Digital Tools Setup

[13:21] Suggestions for Improving Setup

[23:11] Discussion on Digital Tools and Workflow

[35:17] Wins and Challenges for the Week

[45:20] Reframing Pressure into Purpose

Links & Resources: 

The Podcasting Morning Chat: 

www.podpage.com/pmc

Join The Empowered Podcasting Facebook Group:

www.facebook.com/groups/empoweredpodcasting⁠

Deskstands For Microphones: 

https://amzn.to/47URBoh

RodeCaster Pro II: 

https://amzn.to/41h9yuN

Samson Q2U: 

https://bit.ly/4hFHyI3

Riverside: 

https://www.riverside.fm/?via=0676da

Adobe Audition: 

https://www.adobe.com/products/audition.html

Audacity: 

https://www.audacityteam.org/

GarageBand:

https://www.apple.com/mac/garageband/

Descript: 

www.Descript.com 

Alitu: 

https://alitu.com/

SquadCast: 

https://squadcast.fm/

Zencastr:

https://zencastr.com/

Shure MV7:

https://bit.ly/4hDr4jE

Hindenburg Journalist: 

https://hindenburg.com/

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While our fearless leader Marc is traveling, the crew is taking the wheel and cruising through more hot podcasting headlines! We’re breaking down DeepSeek, a mysterious new AI model that’s shaking up the tech world, uncovering surprising insights about podcast listeners, and sharing our ultimate AI tool wishlists—because let’s be honest, we all want podcasting to be easier. We also  spotlight some free virtual events that could help you grow your show with the Headliner App. Don’t miss this one!

Episode Highlights:

[3:05] Media Audit Study 

[7:22] DeepSeek AI and Its Impact

[16:01] OpenAI's O3 Model and AI Usage in Podcasting

[23:56] Tools and Techniques

[36:33] Wish Lists and Challenges

[42:47] AI-Generated Images and Video Progress

[46:26] AI in Business and Podcasting Workflows

Links & Resources: 

The Podcasting Morning Chat: 

www.podpage.com/pmc

Join The Empowered Podcasting Facebook Group:

www.facebook.com/groups/empoweredpodcasting⁠

Podnews:

www.Podnews.net

Strong Overlap Between Newspaper Readers & Podcast Listeners: 

https://bit.ly/3X3vvwH

Lemonada Delays Meghan Markle’s New Podcast: 

https://bit.ly/4hfExP8

The White House Opens Room for Podcasters & Social Media Influencers: 

https://bit.ly/3EaDGjV

Headliner’s Free Virtual Event: 

https://bit.ly/40GdC7U

DxRevive: 

https://www.accentize.com/dxrevive/

Sane & Simple Podcasting: 

www.youtube.com/@coffeelikemedia

The Faik Files: 

www.youtube.com/@thefaikfiles

Nick Nalbach’s Chat GPT Clone:

https://bsky.app/profile/ninefivefree.bsky.social/post/3lgsv3jqjk22e

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If a previous guest on your podcast asked you to remove their episode, would you honor their request? Today, we kick things off with a thought-provoking question from our Facebook group, sparking a discussion on guest requests, ethics, and best practices. What are the implications of removing an episode? Should podcasters honor all removal requests, or does the creator have a right to keep published content available? Today, we share how we would handle these requests. Next, we cover recent podcasting headlines such as  Spotify’s New Creator Milestone Awards eyebrow-raising Listener Trends from Edison Research. We close by discussing Instagram’s latest grid update and explore what’s changing and how you can adapt your content strategy to stay ahead.

Episode Highlights:

[6:08] Mailbag Question: Would you take down an episode if your guest asked you to?

[17:27] Data and Industry Insights

[27:47] Podcasting Job Opportunities

[36:53] Podcasting Metrics and Demographics

[51:20] Instagram Profile Page Changes and Social Media Reactions

Links & Resources:

The Podcasting Morning Chat: 

www.podpage.com/pmc

Join The Empowered Podcasting Facebook Group:

www.facebook.com/groups/empoweredpodcasting⁠

Gaming Desk: 

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DPYFYLF1?th=1

7 Stages of Home Studio Evolution by Junaid Ahmed:

https://homestudiobook.com

What do you do if a guest tells you to pull the content? 

https://bit.ly/3EdQFBw

Podcast Evolutions: 

https://podnews.net/event/evolutions-2025

Social Media Manager Audiotocracy · Seattle, USA

https://podnews.net/job/audiotocracy/social-media-manager-16

Short Form Video Editor Needed: 

https://podnews.net/job/story-on-media/podcast-short-form-video-editor

Spotify Creator Milestone Awards: 

https://bit.ly/3PUWUN9

Pod All Night Athon:

https://podnews.net/event/pod-all-night-athon-24-hour-podcasting-competition

Edison Research: 

https://www.edisonresearch.com

Instagram Cover Image Info:

https://www.instagram.com/p/DFYwLR5xReU/?igsh=MXg3aHNsc21ud2tkOA==

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